Call for Guest Bloggers & Newly Added Speakers From Family Dollar, Sam’s Club, Wendy’s and more

Earn a complimentary All-Access pass to the #1 recognized shopper-focused event in the world by serving as a guest-blogger. As a guest blogger, you’ll have access to the amazing visionaries, authors, academics PLUS retailers, manufacturers, industry authorities and explorers. With four track sessions, cocktails and even an All-Star baseball party – you’ll learn and have a great time and this premier event.

Responsibilities will include attending specifically assigned sessions and blogging live or same day. You must have industry experience within CPG, retail or consulting in those fields. In exchange for guest blogging, you will receive an all-access pass to the event $3,000+ value. Guest bloggers are responsible for their travel and lodging.

Apply today by sending your name, company, biography and links to your blog directly to Conference Director, Amanda Powers (apowers@iirusa.com). Deadline for submissions is Friday, July 2 at 12pm EST. Early submissions encouraged.

Shopper Insights in Action
July 11 -14, 2010
Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

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Registration is still open for Shopper Insights in Action. The event is expected to sell-out, but we have a few spaces available. Don’t wait – register today with code SHOPLINK1 and receive 20% off the standard rate.

Two New Panels Added to the Program:

Kraft, Wendy’s and Turtle Wax Incorporate Customer Participation and Transform What it Means to Listen
Panelists:
*Daren Herbert, Director, Consumer Insights, Turtle Wax
*Jan Trent, Manager, Consumer Insights, Wendy’s
* Chris Hjorth, Scale Marketing, Kraft Foods
Moderated by Bill Alberti, Communispace

Common Ground for Shared Retailer & Manufacturer Growth
Panelists:
Cindy Casper, Sr. Director Insights & Research, Sam's Club
Katie Pollock, Divisional VP, Customer & New Growth, Family Dollar
Moderated by John Dranow, SmartRevenue

We hope to see you in Chicago!

Engaging Shoppers with Every Step, Real Time

Stop & Shop/Giant has set out to improve its customer loyalty by creating a uniquely personal and relevant shopping experience. In this session, you will learn how a customer-facing technology was leveraged to create operational enhancements and reach customers at their point of purchase. This case study showcases how real-time in-store behavior and past purchase history can be translated to deliver highly targeted promotional messaging and exclusive savings to customers while they shop. You'll learn how participating brands are experiencing saldes life and how the retailer is benefiting by giving their customer a rewarding shopping experience.

Stephen Vowles, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Stop & Shop will discuss:

• How new audience targeting tactics are revolutionizing the way retailers and brands can reach specific customers
• How Stop & Shop is driving larger baskets and increased frequency with targetd media and self-service technology
• Pitfalls to avoid when selecting & implementing customer-facing technology solutions
• How brands can effectively and measurably leverage digital in-store marketing

"Engaging Shoppers with Every Step, Real Time" Monday, July 12 at 9am

Shopper Insights in Action 2010

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